But me, I could have a constant steady snowfall from November until January. Perhaps that is what I liked about living in Alaska.
But it's not just the weather, it's also the 'Season'.
November brings Thanksgiving.. a time to pig out (and not feel guilty) and have an excuse to enjoy a slower pace - you know, sit down to a family meal and enjoy the moments and shared time.
December of course, Christmas. Nothing on this Earth compares with seeing my children's face light up with the realization that Santa has echoed their Momma's year long praise and dropped off a boat-load of toys. Just the smells of Christmas makes my heart lighter and gives me more peace than any other time of the year.
Finally, January... and the promise of a new year and a fresh start.
Well, to start off the Season properly.. in the spirit of 'giving'...
I am proud to introduce and share with you
But it's not just the weather, it's also the 'Season'.
November brings Thanksgiving.. a time to pig out (and not feel guilty) and have an excuse to enjoy a slower pace - you know, sit down to a family meal and enjoy the moments and shared time.
December of course, Christmas. Nothing on this Earth compares with seeing my children's face light up with the realization that Santa has echoed their Momma's year long praise and dropped off a boat-load of toys. Just the smells of Christmas makes my heart lighter and gives me more peace than any other time of the year.
Finally, January... and the promise of a new year and a fresh start.
Well, to start off the Season properly.. in the spirit of 'giving'...
I am proud to introduce and share with you
Skill Level: Easy/ Advanced Beginner
Measurements: 4.5 inches tall (approx.)
Gauge : Is not critical in this project
Yardage : Main Color: less than 7oz/364yrds
General Notes:
- This pattern is worked in rows. I do NOT utilize 'turning chains' when working in single crochet stitches.
- This pattern utilizes standard US Crochet Terms and was designed by a Right Handed Crocheter.
- Any changes in materials to this pattern, (hook size/yarn weight) will not produce the measurements above
Gauge : Is not critical in this project
Yardage : Main Color: less than 7oz/364yrds
General Notes:
- This pattern is worked in rows. I do NOT utilize 'turning chains' when working in single crochet stitches.
- This pattern utilizes standard US Crochet Terms and was designed by a Right Handed Crocheter.
- Any changes in materials to this pattern, (hook size/yarn weight) will not produce the measurements above
Materials Used in Model:
Red Heart® Classic Crochet Thread Size 10
Size US 9 Steel Thread Crochet Hook
Filling for Plushies (fiberfil or similar)
1 1/8" Plastic Ring
6mm Black Plastic Beads for Eyes
Starch or Stiffening Agent (I use diluted White Glue)
Crochet Needle for sewing
Long Straight Pins for blocking/stiffening & Styrofoam board to block on
Small Magnet (if using for fridgie) or other Embellishments
Xue the Snowflake
Body:
___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st (6 sts)
___ Rnd 2: [Inc in nxt st] 6 times (12 sts)
___ Rnd 3: [sc in nxt st, Inc in next st] 6 times (18 sts)
___ Rnd 4: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in next st] 6 times (24 sts)
___ Rnd 5: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in next st] 6 times (30 sts)
___ Rnd 6: [sc in ea of nxt 4 sts, Inc in next st] 6 times (36 sts)
___ Rnd 7: sc in ea st around (36 sts)
___ Rnd 8a: in FLO, [hdc in next st, (DC, ch-12, slst in 4th ch from hook, ch-5, slst in 5th ch from hook, ch 4, slst in 4th ch from hook and into the slst space of the first picot created, slst in next 3 chains of beg ch-12, ch4, slst into the top of dc, dc in same st as first dc) in next st, hdc in next st, sc in next st, (sc, ch-4 slst in 4th ch from hook, ch-5 slst in 5th ch from hook, ch-4 slst in 4th ch from hook and in top of sc) in next st, sc in next s] 6 times
**creating 6 large fingers (red) and 6 small fingers (green) Finish off. Secure and weave in tail to even out round and hide tail.
**creating 6 large fingers (red) and 6 small fingers (green) Finish off. Secure and weave in tail to even out round and hide tail.
___ Rnd 8b: join with sc in any unworked loop from Rnd 7, [sc in ea of nxt 4 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (30 sts)
___ Rnd 9: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (24 sts)
**insert ring
___ Rnd 10: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (18 sts)
___ Rnd 11: [sc in nxt st, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (12 sts)
** using the smallest amounts of polyfil, stuff lightly - just enough to create a slight puff to front of snowflake.
___ Rnd 12: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (6 sts)
Finish off, Secure and weave in tail to hide.
Finish off, Secure and weave in tail to hide.
As with most thread objects, using either heavy starch or a stiffening agent (like glue) apply to the snowflake fingers only and pin in place.
Allow to air dry.
Embellish with beads, color thread, etc
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